There's a strong viral rumour going around the internet that Russell Coutts is about to sensationally return to Alinghi to helm for the finals. Alongside these emails are rumours of aliens at Roswell, Princess Diana being asassinated by Prince Philip and the moon landings being faked...

However there's no real reason, other than the facts that he can't stand Bertarelli or Bonnefous and is a stubborn Kiwi, why he shouldn't return. It would be a great story...

Love the internet!

Have you got a rumour or even a complete lie that you would like me to air? gossip@rule69blog.com (I think I've seen them all now...)

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